India, Aug. 1 -- Sid Wilson is "officially out" as Slipknot's DJ and keyboardist, as per a TMZ report. The outlet said Wilson was informed on Friday afternoon that he had been permanently removed from the group.

However, Slipknot's guitarist Jim Root posted a cryptic message urging fans not to jump to conclusions.

Neither Slipknot nor Wilson had issued an official statement confirming or denying the reported departure. As of publication, the band's official social media channels and website have not announced any lineup change either.

Now, Root's response has cast doubt on whether the situation is as clear-cut as early reports suggest.

Citing a source close to the band with direct knowledge, the TMZ report added that the reason behind...